As the 2027 Lagos governorship race gains momentum, three prominent figures—Senator Tokunbo Abiru, Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, and businessman Seyi Tinubu—have emerged as frontrunners, according to a report by ThisDay.
Senator Tokunbo Abiru, a former banking executive, is seen as a technocrat with strong ties in the financial sector, positioning him as a candidate capable of managing Lagos’s dynamic economy.
His reputation for financial expertise and engagement with business leaders has garnered him support among economic elites.
Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Lagos’s current Deputy Governor, is noted for his grassroots connections and hands-on governance style.
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His consistent engagement through town hall meetings has made him popular with the political base, building momentum for his candidacy with strong backing from within the Lagos political establishment.
Seyi Tinubu, son of former Lagos Governor and current President Bola Tinubu, has made waves through community engagement and philanthropy, earning recognition with initiatives such as “rice diplomacy,” distributing food items across neighborhoods.
His candidacy has stirred both support and skepticism, though he represents continuity of the Tinubu legacy in Lagos politics, a factor that carries substantial influence in the state.
The battle to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu promises to be a defining moment for Lagos, with each contender bringing distinct strengths and influence as they appeal to various segments of the electorate.